Travelers can savor regional flavors at two distinctive restaurants or unwind with a drink at the cozy bar while enjoying views from the charming outdoor terrace
Hotel Schlüssel in central Lucerne offers two restaurants with authentic regional cuisine. Enjoy meals on the charming terrace or savor local flavors at the coffee shop. In-room WiFi and multilingual staff ensure relaxation and convenience throughout your stay.
Located in Lucerne, Hotel Schlüssel is in the city centre and near a boardwalk. KKL Lucerne and Swiss Transportation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Franciscan Church and Jesuit Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Lucerne. Visit our Lucerne travel guide
Franziskanerplatz 12, Lucerne, 6003
What's nearby
Chapel Bridge
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Lucerne Town Hall
5 min walk - 0.5 km
KKL Lucerne
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Lion Monument
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Jesuit Church
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Getting around
Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station)
9 min walk
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
57 min drive
Restaurants
Mill'Feuille
5 min walk
Restaurant Opus
2 min walk
Wirtshaus Bar Krienbrüggli
1 min walk
Wirtshaus Taube
1 min walk
Melissa‘s Kitchen
2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Schlüssel
Hotel near Chapel Bridge
Located close to Franciscan Church and Jesuit Church, Hotel Schlüssel provides a terrace, an art gallery on-site and a shopping centre on-site. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Schlüssel, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Multilingual staff, luggage storage and a lift
A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Offsite parking available (CHF 20 per night)
Street parking available
Food and drink
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Restaurant Schlüssel
Things to do
Art gallery
Designer stores
Shopping centre
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
More
1 building
4 floors
Built in 1545
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Fan
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: CHF 20 per night (262 ft away)
A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 15 October to 06 April
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 2.5 stars.
Property is also known as
Hotel Schlüssel Lucerne
Schlüssel Lucerne
Hotel Schluessel
Hotel Schlüssel Hotel
Hotel Schlüssel Lucerne
Hotel Schlüssel seit 1545
Hotel Schlüssel Hotel Lucerne
Boutique Hotel Schlüssel seit 1545
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Schlüssel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Schlüssel?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Schlüssel on 15 Apr 2026 start from ₹15,049, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Hotel Schlüssel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hotel Schlüssel?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.
Where is Hotel Schlüssel located?
Located in the heart of Lucerne, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Franciscan Church, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge. Lucerne Town Hall and KKL Lucerne are also within 10 minutes. Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station) is 9 minutes by foot and Lucerne Station is 9 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Schlüssel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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An excellent property with central location to trains and busses but also in the heart of old town. Rooms are generously spatious and a sweet addition from the hosts is a free mini bar for coffee and light refreshment (beer, coke, water). Highly recommend!
Very close to the river. Beautiful area.
A little bit concerned about their check-in system and how they cut the key using simply a confirmation number only (anyone can guess someone else's based on your own) - the hotel may want to re-think that system.
Clean, comfortable, quiet, and big towels! Good location close to the water and many restaurants. Staff could not have been more welcoming! Everybody was wonderful.
Robin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Elizabeth
3 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We never came in contact with a hotel staff member, so there was no one to ask questions if needed. The location was fantastic, but very noisy both late into the evening and early morning. The room was clean and comfortable, other than the noise keeping you up late and waking you up early.
Elizabeth
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marie Katarina
25 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location. I loved the room and all the extras—clean room and comfortable bed. Luzern is a tourist city, so why doesn’t the hotel use English? I received 5–6 emails from you, and I couldn’t understand any of them. The self check-in system doesn’t work. We were three different guests, and all of us had to call for help. Also, there’s no soundproofing from the hallway —you hear everything and get woken up constantly.
Marie Katarina
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Daniel
8 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The beds are very nice, the location is great, room is clean but there is no AC and the building in general is very warm, not recommended for a summer stay
Daniel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jagdish
30 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location. Good size room for family of 4. They provide free water bottles and soft drinks, which is great.
Room did not have air conditioner and did not have good ventilation. Romm has only one window which skis did not open completely, opened only 25% due to safety I guess . They did provide 2 table fans. But that was not enough on hot summer days of our stay . It was extremely uncomfortable.
Really enjoyed the location of the Hotel Schlüssel in the old town area of Luzern. Everything is within a 5 to 10 minute walk, and it is just enough off the beaten path to be away from the noisy crowds in other parts of town. There is also a pay laundromat just a street over which was very convenient and we made use of during our stay.
There is no onsite staff, giving it more of the feel of a personal rental. This was never really an issue for us other than requesting two room keys at check in and only being able to make one. As an aside, i made another later the first day which worked, but then the original no longer functioned.
We really appreciated the fan in the room for our use, which allowed us to keep it comfortable during our 4 day stay even with moderate heat during the day. During the night we also kept the window open with the fan on to bring in cool air but the proximity to the church next door and the bells which peal every 15 minutes all night long made this not a good of an idea. Having the window closed really made this a non issue for sleeping and there is definitely a pleasant historical vibe to their consistency.
Loved staying in the city for it's charm and location, and the Hotel Schlüssel just added to the overall enjoyment of our visit.
Gregory
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie
30 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to train station and old town
Quiet neighbour with simple self check in
Would stay here again
Debbie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Keith
15 Mar 2026
Disliked: Staff & service
No staff, self check-in. Bathroom walls needed washing. Only 1 hand towel. Theres a coffee machine on the 3rd floor that we found on our 3rd day (some signage pointing us to it would have saved us a 10 minute walk every mor ing for coffee). Bed was good, location was great.
No frills hotel (self check in & out), but it provided just what we neededed— a clean, quiet, spacious room with nice view of church and charming platz in front.